The Louisiana Flood Relief Picayune Chapter received a $2,500 donation for their Christmas toy drive on Wednesday.

The Modern Woodman of America made the donation as part of their philanthropic work.

Perry Matherne presented the check on behalf of the organization, a financial organization that donates all of their profits to charity.

The Modern Woodman of America have made similar donations to other groups like Acorns to Oaks, and the Louisiana Spikes, Matherne said.

Keith Marchant said he has helped organize the local toy drive for the past several years and this year he decided to expand the drive to neighboring Louisiana.

After severe flooding occured in Louisiana, local residents formed the Louisiana Flood Relief Picayune Chapter in an effort to collect supplies and donations for those effected.

Together, they are collecting toys and donations to purchase Christmas gifts for children in need, Marchant said.

They are also partnering with local churches in Picayune and Louisiana, Walmart and Children’s Hospital in Jackson to bring toys to children, he said.

They currently have drop off centers at Walker’s Collision Center and Affordable Insurance Agency in Picayune.

They will also be accepting donations at the old Dixie Glass building, located at 424 Memorial Boulevard in Picayune, during certain hours. Check The Louisiana Flood Relief Picayune Chapter Facebook page for more details.

So far they have already collected hundreds of toys, bicycles and games that will be distributed to children around the middle of December, Marchant said.